Sump or Canisters?

[Arks]

Hi All,

This is my first post!

I am about to purchase a 8X3X3 aquarium for my 7in Mbu to call home and I need some advice.

I'm tinkering with the idea of having a sump filter with 2 weirs as opposed to canister filtration.


My question is

• Is a sump a better choice over canisters?
• I know my tank 'should' be bigger but will my Mbu be ok in it?

Thanks in advance if anyone can advise me,

Regards Arks.

 

[cypher1024]

Both sumps and canisters are good choices. Generally, sumps are better at bio filtration and canisters are better at mechanical filtration.

Some people (such as myself) run both.

 

[Arks]

Yes, I thought of hanging a Fluval Fx5 of the back, I just wondered if the sump would be enough I suppose I'll suck it and see. Thanks

 

[boldtogether]

Heating and circulating that tank will be more ecconomical with a sump. Also, no down tubes, heaters or whatnot in the tank as clutter. Cost initially will be lower with a canister unless you get the sump used.

 

[fishticuffs]

i love my fluval canister, its sooooooooo quiet